Shauna Phillips

Dr Shauna Phillips is a Lecturer and Degree Coordinator for the Bachelor of Agricultural Economics (BAgrEc) and Bachelor of Resource Economics (BRes Ec) programs at the University of Sydney. She is affiliated with the Sydney Institute of Agriculture and teaches courses in applied econometrics, production economics, research methods, international trade, and economic policy. Her research focuses on agricultural and resource economics, regenerative agriculture, international trade dynamics, and foreign direct investment in agribusiness sectors.

Education:

• Bachelor of Agricultural Economics, University of Sydney
• PhD in Agriculture, University of Sydney
• Master of Commerce, University of New South Wales

Research Highlights: Shauna’s work bridges economic theory and agricultural practice, particularly examining the role of native grasses in sustainable agriculture through interdisciplinary collaborations. Her studies on FDI in agrifood industries, trade policies, and exchange rate impacts contribute to policy-relevant insights for global agricultural systems.

Grants & Projects:

• 2024: Integrating Electrification and Smart Mechanisation of Two-Wheel Tractors (ACIAR)
• 2019: Paddock-to-plate for Native Grains Commercialisation
• 2018: Interdisciplinary Project Unit Development in Economics Education
• 2016: Sustainable Energy Systems in Small Island Countries

Collaborations: Active contributor to the Indigenous Grasslands for Grain initiative (https://www.sydney.edu.au/science/our-research/research-areas/life-and-environmental-sciences/indigenous-grasslands-grain.html), exploring native grasses as modern food products through interdisciplinary research.